Harborne Tandoori Restaurant is a indian restaurant in Harborne, Birmingham. Rated 4.6 stars from 616 Google reviews. Known for lamb that tastes like something and service that remembers you. Best for group dinner and curry night. Price range: £20–30.
Rankings updated April 2026
Harborne Tandoori Restaurant
Quick Verdict
Locals return repeatedly because the food's genuinely good, portions are generous, and the owner's invested in making you feel recognised. It's not trying to be trendy; it's trying to be reliable.
You're bringing a group (they handle large tables with care) or want a curry where the owner actually knows what he's doing and the lamb doesn't taste like it's been sitting under a heat lamp.
About Harborne Tandoori Restaurant
Harborne Tandoori sits on South Street, a short walk off the high street, and operates as a proper sit-down Indian restaurant with table service, a bar, and the option to order takeaway or delivery. The owner's present — you'll see him working the room, chatty and attentive. Reviewers consistently mention the lamb dishes (one called their lamb jalfrezi "so tender and tasty"), the biryani, and the naans, particularly the peshwari. The staff know regulars by name ("Miah was on form as usual"), they'll make specials off-menu if you ask (a pumpkin curry made to order), and they remember your preferences. Groups of 9 get efficient service; solo diners get a warm welcome. The atmosphere reads casual and cosy, full by Saturday evening, quiet enough on a Sunday that one reviewer noted it affected the vibe. They stock Cobra on draught, offer free brandy or Baileys to finish, and leave chutneys on the table for the mains rather than rushing you through poppadoms. £20–30 per head is the range. The venue's closed Monday to Friday, open weekends only — which tells you this is a destination meal, not a weeknight stop.
What Stands Out
Lamb that tastes like something
A reviewer who described themselves as "normally very fussy about ordering lamb mains" said the lamb jalfrezi was "so tender and tasty" and "definitely not disappointed." Another praised the "beautifully soft and tender lamb, really well spiced and flavoured."
Service that remembers you
A regular mentioned "Miah was on form as usual" and the owner made a pumpkin curry specially for the group. Staff took photos of a committee group after their meal and were described as "very accommodating" with large parties.
Owner who's actually there
Multiple reviewers noted the owner was attentive, friendly, and chatty. One said "the owner attended to our group wonderfully." Another mentioned "the owner attended to our group wonderfully ❤️."
Practical Information
Contact
Next to the Natwest Bank, 10 South St, Birmingham B17 0DB, United Kingdom
+44 121 427 6114Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Harborne Tandoori Restaurant
Open Saturday and Sunday only. Closed Monday to Friday. Dinner reservations are recommended, especially weekends (the place fills by 8pm on Saturday).
The lamb dishes are the strength — the jalfrezi and balti both get specific praise. The biryani and peshwari naan are mentioned repeatedly. They'll make specials off-menu if you ask (one group got a pumpkin curry made to order).
£20–30 per head. One reviewer called it "excellent value for money" and another said it's "very well priced."
You can, but dinner reservations are recommended. On Saturday evenings it's full by 8pm. Sunday is quieter. They accept reservations and have no online booking, so ring ahead.
Yes. A party of 9 was handled with "excellent and very efficient" service from start to finish. Staff were "very accommodating" and the owner attended to the group personally.
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